The foreign policy of Lebanon reflects its geographic location, the composition of its population, and its reliance on commerce and trade. As'ad AbuKhalil argues that foreign intervention has been a mainstay of Lebanon's domestic politics throughout its history as a nation-state, with British, French and American influence predominating from the declaration of independence in 1943 until the 1956 Suez Crisis and 1958 Lebanon crisis. From then until the Lebanese Civil War, the country became an arena for struggle between players in the Cold War, including Egypt, the United States and the Soviet Union. During the Civil War regional powers in the Middle East strove for influence, including Syria, Saudi Arabia and Israel, with Syria gaining the upper hand at the tail end of the war. Until 2005, Lebanon's foreign policy had been heavily influenced by Syria, however beginning with the formation of Hezbollah in 1982, Iran had gradually grown to heavily influence Lebanon.United States Institute of Peace Iran and Lebanon, Emile Hokayem,

The framework for relations was first codified in May 1991, when Lebanon and Syria signed a treaty of mutual cooperation. This treaty came out of the Taif Agreement, which stipulated that "Lebanon is linked to Syria by distinctive ties deriving strength from kinship, history, and common interests." The Lebanese-Syria treaty calls for "coordination and cooperation between the two countries" that would serve the "interests of the two countries within the framework of sovereignty and independence of each." Numerous agreements on political, economic, and security. After Syria's military withdrawal in 2005, Lebanon's foreign policy charted a more independent course.

Economy On 30 December 2025, Egypt and Lebanon signed a deal under which Lebanon will purchase natural gas from Egypt. The agreement is expected to help Lebanon meet its growing electricity needs. Nawaf Salam was quoted as saying that the agreement aims “to meet Lebanon’s needs for natural gas allocated for electricity generation.”

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Bilateral relations Americas Country Formal Relations Began Notes22 November 1945See Argentina–Lebanon relations Argentina has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Buenos Aires. See also Lebanese Argentines.13 November 1945See Brazil–Lebanon relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 13 November 1945

Brazil has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Brasília and consulates-general in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. See also Lebanese Brazilians.26 August 1954 See Canada–Lebanon relations

Canada established diplomatic relations with Lebanon in 1954, when Canada deployed "Envoy Extraordinaire" to Beirut. In 1958, Canada sent its first Ambassador. The Embassy was closed in 1985 and reopened in January 1995. Lebanon opened a consulate in Canada in 1946. A Consulate-General replaced the Consulate in 1949, and an embassy was opened in Ottawa in 1958. Canada has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Ottawa and a consulate-general in Montreal. See also Lebanese Canadians28 June 1945See Chile–Lebanon relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 28 June 1945.

Chile has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Santiago. See Lebanese Chileans12 June 1945See Lebanon–Mexico relations Mexico was among the first nations to recognize Lebanon's independence in 1943. Lebanon has an embassy in Mexico City. Mexico has an embassy in Beirut. The Centro Libanés and "Club Deportivo Libanés" in Mexico City are important symbols representing the historically cultural and social ties between both countries. See also Lebanese Mexicans.16 November 1944See Lebanon–United States relations

The United States' interaction with Lebanon extends back to events such as the 1958 Lebanon crisis, which it sent in troops to fortify the government's position. Lebanon's southern neighbor, Israel, has also sent troops on several occasions, and attacked into Lebanon in response to Hezbollah kidnapping two Israeli soldiers. A possible source of friction between the U.S. and Lebanon is that most of Israel's weaponry is US-made, arguing possible US complicity in Israel's attacks. Lebanon has an embassy in Washington, D.C. and consulates-general in Detroit, Los Angeles and New York City. United States has an embassy in Beirut. See also Lebanese Americans25 October 1945See Lebanon–Uruguay relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 25 October 1945

Uruguay recognized Lebanon's independence on November 22, 1943. Lebanon has an embassy in Montevideo. Uruguay has an embassy in Beirut. See also Lebanese Uruguayans

Asia Country Formal Relations Began Notes4 March 1992See Armenia–Lebanon relations The Embassy of Armenia to Lebanon was opened in June 1994. The Embassy of Lebanon was opened in Yerevan in September 1997.

Lebanon is host to the eighth largest Armenian population in the world. During the 2006 Lebanon War, Armenia announced that it would send humanitarian aid to Lebanon. According to the Armenian government, an unspecified amount of medicines, tents and fire-fighting equipment was allocated to Lebanese authorities on July 27, 2006.Armenia To Provide Relief To Lebanon , Armenialiberty.orgArmenia Sent Humanitarian Assistance To Lebanon, PanArmenian.Net On May 11, 2000, the Lebanese parliament voted to recognize the Armenian genocide.International Affirmation of the Armenian Genocide , Armenia Foreign Ministry Lebanon is the first Arab country and one of the few countries of the world to have done so. Armenia has embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Yerevan.18 September 1992See Azerbaijan–Lebanon relations

Azerbaijan has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon is accredited to Azerbaijan through its embassy in Tehran, Iran.28 March 1973See Bangladesh–Lebanon relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 28 March 1973 Bangladesh has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon is accredited to Bangladesh through its embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan.9 November 1971See China–Lebanon relations

China and Lebanon established diplomatic relations on November 1, 1954 and the embassy in Taipei opened in 1957. Lebanon shifted recognition from the Taipei-based Republic to the People's Republic on 9 November 1971.

China has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Beijing.

In June 2020, Lebanon was one of 53 countries that backed the Hong Kong national security law at the United Nations.

China opened the first Confucius Institute in the Middle East in Lebanon in 2006. 15 September 1948See India-Lebanon relations India has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in New Delhi. See Indonesia–Lebanon relations Indonesia has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Jakarta.21 September 1944See Iran–Lebanon relations and Iranian influence in Lebanon Both countries established diplomatic relations on 21 September 1944.

Iran has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Tehran.24 February 1944See Iraq–Lebanon relations Both countries established diplomatic relatiobns on 24 February 1944 when first Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of Iraq to Lebanon Mr. Tahsin Kadri presented his credentials as first foreign diplomatic representatives, who presented his letters of credentials to President Lebanon Mr.Bechara Khoury.

Lebanon and Iraq share the same language and mutual support for each other in conflicts, Lebanon's relations with Iraq have at most times been cold. Issues include the Lebanese Government's strong material and political assistance of Hezbollah and ongoing clashes in Iraq between the Sunnis and Shias. Iraq has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Baghdad. No formal diplomatic relations See Israel–Lebanon relationsNovember 1954In 1954 Legation of Japan opened in Lebanon, in 1957 Legation of Lebanon opened in Tokyo. In 1959 both Legations was upgrades to Embassies Japan has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Tokyo.1 October 1946See Jordan–Lebanon relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 1 October 1946 when has been accredited Minister of Transjordan to Lebanon Mr. Mohamed Ali Ajlouni.

Jordan has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Amman.16 July 1963See Lebanon–Malaysia relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 16 July 1963

Lebanon has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia has an embassy in Beirut.15 September 1948 See Lebanon–Pakistan relations Pakistan does not recognize Israel, which has hostile relations with Lebanon, as a legitimate country.Messages to Lebanon Pakistan MOFA Lebanon has an embassy in Islamabad. Pakistan has an embassy in Beirut.9 April 1944See Lebanon–Saudi Arabia relations

Lebanon has an embassy in Riyadh and a consulate-general in Jeddah. Saudi Arabia has an embassy in Beirut.12 February 1981The two countries established diplomatic relations on 12 February 1981.

Lebanones embassy in Seoul. Korean embassy in Beirut.15 October 2008See Lebanon–Syria relations

The relationship between these two neighboring countries in Western Asia is complex: Syria has had troops stationed in Lebanon and has exerted political influence in the nation for many years. However, Syria has only officially recognised Lebanon's sovereignty recently.Ten steps to Syria-Lebanon ties BBC News Lebanon has an embassy in Damascus. Syria has an embassy in Beirut.8 March 1946See Lebanon–Turkey relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 8 March 1946.

Lebanon has an embassy in Ankara and a consulate-general in Istanbul. Turkey has an embassy in Beirut.8 January 1972See Lebanon–United Arab Emirates relations Lebanon has an embassy in Abu Dhabi and a consulate-general in Dubai. United Arab Emirates has an embassy in Beirut.

Europe

Lebanon concluded negotiations on an association agreement with the European Union in late 2001, and both sides initialed the accord in January 2002, the accord becoming known as the EU-Lebanon Association Agreement. The EU-Lebanon Action Plan from January 19, 2007, gave a new impetus to bilateral relations in the framework of the European Neighborhood Policy.

Lebanon is one of the main Mediterranean beneficiaries of community assistance and the EU through its various instruments is Lebanon's leading donor. Starting from 2007 financial support is channeled through the European Neighborhood Policy Instrument. A Lebanon Country Strategy Paper 2007–2013 and a National Indicative Program 2007–2010 have been adopted by the EU. The assistance provided was refocused after the Second Lebanon War to engage in real help for the government and the society in reconstruction and reform of the country.Republic of Lebanon . European Commission: External Relations

Country Formal Relations Began Notes19 September 1966 Since May 1967, Bulgaria has had an embassy in Beirut. Since July 1983, Lebanon has had an embassy in Sofia. Both countries are full members of the Francophonie and of the Union for the Mediterranean. See Cyprus–Lebanon relations Cyprus has an embassy in Beirut. Lebanon has an embassy in Nicosia.6 October 1953Both countries established diplomatic relations on 6 October 1953 when was accredited first Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of Denmark to Lebanon (resident in Cairo) Mr. G. L. Host Denmark has an embassy in Beirut.Libanon Danske kontaktoplysninger